Bachelor of Science [B.Sc] (Nursing)
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About Bachelor of Science [B.Sc] (Nursing)
The Bachelor of Science in Nursing (B.Sc Nursing) at Mysore Medical College and Research Institute (MMCARI), Mysore, is a four-year full-time programme affiliated to RGUHS and recognised by the Indian Nursing Council (INC) and Karnataka Nursing Council. MMCARI is a government autonomous medical college established in 1924 with 250 B.Sc Nursing seats. Clinical training is at K.R. Hospital and Cheluvamba Hospital. Total fee is INR 40,000.
📋 Admission Status: B.Sc Nursing 2026-27 admission is through KCET (Karnataka Common Entrance Test, conducted Apr 22 to April 24, 2026) and subsequent KEA nursing counselling at kea.kar.nic.in. Eligible Class 12 Biology students can apply via the KEA portal after KCET results.
Key Points
- Government B.Sc Nursing affiliated to RGUHS, recognised by INC.
- Four-year programme with clinical rotations, 250 government seats.
- Covers medical-surgical, obstetric, community, and paediatric nursing.
- Admission through KCET and KEA nursing counselling.
- Government-regulated total fee: INR 40,000.
- Training at K.R. Hospital and Cheluvamba Hospital, Mysore.
MMCARI Mysore B.Sc Nursing Fees
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Annual Fee (Government Quota) | INR 10,000 |
| Total Fees (4 Years, Hostel Separate) | INR 40,000 |
- MMCARI is a government institution with regulated nursing fees.
- Annual fee of INR 10,000 applies across all four years.
- Hostel and related charges are billed separately.
- Verify the 2026-27 fee with MMCARI College of Nursing before admission.
MMCARI Mysore B.Sc Nursing Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| KCET Exam | Apr 22 to April 24, 2026 |
| KCET Result | June 6, 2026 |
| KEA Nursing Counselling | As notified at kea.kar.nic.in after KCET result |
| KCET (KEA Karnataka) Registration End | As notified |
| KCET (KEA Karnataka) Exam Date | Apr 22 to April 24, 2026 |
| KCET (KEA Karnataka) Result | June 6, 2026 |
- KCET score is mandatory for B.Sc Nursing admission at MMCARI Mysore.
- Apply via the KEA nursing counselling portal at kea.kar.nic.in.
- Karnataka domicile and KCET Biology eligibility norms apply.
- Complete document verification and fee payment within the KEA deadline.
- The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must have passed Class 12 (10+2) with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology with minimum 45% aggregate (40% for SC/ST) as prescribed by the INC and Karnataka Nursing Council.
- A valid KCET score in Biology/Chemistry is required for Karnataka state quota seats. Candidates must be 17 years of age or above.
Admission Process
- Pass Class 12 (10+2) with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology with the minimum aggregate prescribed by INC and the Karnataka Nursing Council.
- Appear for KCET conducted by KEA and register for nursing counselling at kea.kar.nic.in for the 2026-27 intake.
- Select MMCARI Mysore in your KCET nursing preference list and participate in the allotment rounds.
- Complete document verification with originals and pay the prescribed fee within the KEA-stipulated deadline to confirm the seat.
- Report to MMCARI Mysore College of Nursing on the date specified in the KEA allotment letter to complete institutional admission.
✓ Opt for this if
- Government B.Sc Nursing at very low regulated fees is the priority
- Nursing practice at a large government teaching hospital in Karnataka is valued
- KCET Biology score competes for government nursing seats
- Mysore or South Karnataka is the preferred study and career location
✗ Skip if
- A private nursing college with urban placement focus is specifically needed
- Nursing employment outside Karnataka is the immediate career plan
- A post-basic nursing or specialisation diploma is preferred directly
MMCARI Mysore B.Sc Nursing Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| NSP Post-Matric Scholarship (Central) | As per NSP norms | SC/ST/OBC/Minority students, apply at scholarships.gov.in |
| Karnataka SC/ST Post-Matric Scholarship | Full or partial fee reimbursement | Karnataka domicile SC/ST students, via state portal |
| Karnataka OBC/Minority Scholarship | Partial financial support | Karnataka domicile OBC/Minority students, via state portal |
| PM YASASVI Scholarship | As per scheme norms | OBC/EBC/DNT students, apply at yasasvi.nta.ac.in |
- Most state scholarships apply to Karnataka domicile students.
- Central government scholarships are open to eligible SC/ST/OBC/Minority students.
- Contact the MMCARI Mysore admissions office for scholarship guidance.
As mentioned, MMC Mysore offers admission to B.Sc (Nursing) program based on KCET rank. MMC Mysore KCET Cutoff 2025 rank is 64379 for the 1G category. Further, KCET cutoff rank is 63648 for 2AG , 84990 for 2AH , 76541 for 2AK and 75777 for 2AR category. Check MMC Mysore Cutoff
MMC Mysore B.Sc (Nursing) Cutoff Year-wise Trends
The section below shows year-wise trends in MMC Mysore B.Sc (Nursing) Cutoff. According to year-wise trends, admission to the MMC Mysore B.Sc (Nursing) program in 2025 was closed at the 108018 rank , whereas in 2024, the closing rank was 89647 across all categories.
| Catgories | Cutoff rank 2025 | Cutoff rank 2024 |
|---|---|---|
| 1G | 59142 | 63521 |
| 2AG | 55119 | 60893 |
| 2AH | 61065 | - |
| 2AK | 56298 | - |
| 2AR | 60263 | 65006 |
| 2BG | 61112 | 77048 |
| 3AG | 57053 | 57430 |
| 3BG | 44489 | 66125 |
| 3BH | 64691 | - |
| 3BR | 57809 | - |
| GMH | 58968 | - |
| GMK | 49594 | 52782 |
| GMR | 44651 | 52348 |
| GMRH | 60230 | - |
| SCG | 62068 | 68972 |
| SCH | 69623 | - |
| SCR | 74793 | 75576 |
| STG | 69127 | 71235 |
| STR | 73886 | - |
| GM | 45517 | 46146 |
MMCARI Mysore B.Sc Nursing FAQs
Ques. What is the total fee for B.Sc Nursing at MMCARI Mysore?
Ans. The total fee for B.Sc Nursing at MMCARI Mysore is INR 40,000 for the four-year programme, at an annual fee of INR 10,000. MMCARI is a government institution affiliated to RGUHS with government-regulated fees. Hostel charges are separate. Verify the current fee with the MMCARI College of Nursing before admission.
Ques. What is the eligibility for B.Sc Nursing at MMCARI Mysore?
Ans. Candidates must have passed Class 12 (10+2) with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology with minimum 45% aggregate (40% for SC/ST), be 17 years or above, and have a valid KCET score for Karnataka state quota seats.
Ques. How is B.Sc Nursing admission done at MMCARI Mysore?
Ans. Admission is through KCET merit and KEA nursing counselling at kea.kar.nic.in. Candidates register on the KEA portal, select MMCARI Mysore in their preference list, appear in the allotment rounds, and complete document verification.
Ques. How many B.Sc Nursing seats does MMCARI Mysore have?
Ans. MMCARI Mysore currently has 250 B.Sc Nursing seats, expanded following NMC approval. All seats are government quota, filled through KCET and KEA Karnataka nursing counselling.
Ques. What does B.Sc Nursing at MMCARI Mysore cover?
Ans. The four-year B.Sc Nursing programme covers fundamentals of nursing, medical-surgical nursing, obstetric and gynaecological nursing, paediatric nursing, community health nursing, and psychiatric nursing. Clinical postings are at K.R. Hospital and Cheluvamba Hospital, providing hands-on exposure in a high-volume government hospital.
Ques. What career options follow B.Sc Nursing from MMCARI Mysore?
Ans. B.Sc Nursing graduates from MMCARI Mysore can work as staff nurses in government and private hospitals, pursue M.Sc Nursing for specialisation and teaching roles, appear for government nursing recruitment exams (KPSC, ESIC, AIIMS nursing posts), or pursue post-basic nursing diploma specialisations.